<p>A rare and captivating sight stunned the Louisiana waters in the US recently as Thurman Gustin, an experienced fisherman with over two decades of experience, spotted not one but two pink dolphins swimming in Cameron Parish near the Gulf of Mexico on July 12.</p>

<p>Capturing the extraordinary encounter on video, Gustin shared it on Facebook, which quickly went viral, drawing widespread attention to the beautiful mammal that graced the region's waters.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Rare pink dolphin spotted in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Louisiana. So beautiful. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarineLife?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarineLife</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/wildlife?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#wildlife</a><br />
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<h2><strong>An unprecedented experience</strong></h2>

<p>Having witnessed numerous dolphin sightings in the area, Gustin admitted that this particular encounter took him completely by surprise.</p>

<p>Even comparing it to his most remarkable wildlife experiences, such as observing a bobcat swimming across a bayou in Texas, he emphasised that nothing compared to the beauty of the pink dolphins.</p>

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<h2><strong>A rare occurrence</strong></h2>

<p>Gustin expressed his astonishment at the rarity of such sightings, stating that despite his frequent visits to Louisiana, he had never come across anything like this before. The uniqueness of the encounter left a lasting impression on him, describing it as an unforgettable experience.</p>

<h2><strong>The mystery of the pink dolphins</strong></h2>

<p>While the pink river dolphin species inhabits freshwater river basins in South America, it is unlikely to be the species encountered by Gustin in Louisiana's waters. The most probable candidates are bottlenose dolphins, which are typically seen with grey coloration, common in the Gulf of Mexico. Dolphins displaying pink or white colouring are considered rare and are often attributed to albinism, according to the Blue World Institute.</p>

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<h2><strong>The enigma of 'Pinky'</strong></h2>

<p>Speculations arise that the pink dolphin Gustin encountered might be none other than 'Pinky,' a renowned dolphin known to inhabit southern Louisiana.</p>

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<p>First sighted in 2007 in the Calcasieu River, Pinky shares characteristics consistent with an albino dolphin, including reddish eyes and visible blood vessels due to the lack of pigment. The unique appearance of Pinky has earned her a considerable following on Facebook, where people share their own encounters with this extraordinary creature.</p>

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A rare and captivating sight stunned the Louisiana waters in the US recently as Thurman Gustin, an experienced fisherman with over two decades of experience, spotted not one but two pink dolphins swimming in Cameron Parish near the Gulf of Mexico on July 12.

A rare and captivating sight stunned the Louisiana waters in the US recently as Thurman Gustin, an experienced fisherman with over two decades of experience, spotted not one but two pink dolphins swimming in Cameron Parish near the Gulf of Mexico on July 12. Capturing the extraordinary encounter on video, Gustin shared it on Facebook, which quickly went viral, drawing widespread attention to the beautiful mammal that graced the region's waters. Watch the video here: Rare pink dolphin spotted in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Louisiana. So beautiful. #MarineLife #wildlife 🎥 by Thurman Gustin pic.twitter.com/ZQXw98AWRq — Brad Bo 🇺🇸 (@BradBeauregardJ) July 19, 2023 × An unprecedented experience Having witnessed numerous dolphin sightings in the area, Gustin admitted that this particular encounter took him completely by surprise. Even comparing it to his most remarkable wildlife experiences, such as observing a bobcat swimming across a bayou in Texas, he emphasised that nothing compared to the beauty of the pink dolphins. Also read | Alabama hospital's first animal patient, a sea turtle, gets CT scan; Images go viral A rare occurrence Gustin expressed his astonishment at the rarity of such sightings, stating that despite his frequent visits to Louisiana, he had never come across anything like this before. The uniqueness of the encounter left a lasting impression on him, describing it as an unforgettable experience. The mystery of the pink dolphins While the pink river dolphin species inhabits freshwater river basins in South America, it is unlikely to be the species encountered by Gustin in Louisiana's waters. The most probable candidates are bottlenose dolphins, which are typically seen with grey coloration, common in the Gulf of Mexico. Dolphins displaying pink or white colouring are considered rare and are often attributed to albinism, according to the Blue World Institute. Also read | Florida shark attack: US military aspirant's life saved by surfer friend The enigma of 'Pinky' Speculations arise that the pink dolphin Gustin encountered might be none other than 'Pinky,' a renowned dolphin known to inhabit southern Louisiana. Also watch | Netflix’s revenue reality check First sighted in 2007 in the Calcasieu River, Pinky shares characteristics consistent with an albino dolphin, including reddish eyes and visible blood vessels due to the lack of pigment. The unique appearance of Pinky has earned her a considerable following on Facebook, where people share their own encounters with this extraordinary creature. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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